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what is z in the figure shown? a \\(z = \\sqrt{x^2 + y^2}\\) b \\(z = x…

Question

what is z in the figure shown?

a \\(z = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}\\)
b \\(z = x + y\\)
c \\(z = (x + y)^2\\)
d \\(z = \sqrt{x + y}\\)

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Explanation:

Identify the given geometric properties

The figure shows a right-angled triangle with legs of length \(x\) and \(y\), and a hypotenuse of length \(z\).

Apply the Pythagorean theorem

$$ z^2 = x^2 + y^2 $$

Solve for the hypotenuse z

$$ z = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2} $$

Answer:

  • (A) \(z = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}\) (Correct answer)
  • (B) \(z = x + y\)
  • (C) \(z = (x + y)^2\)
  • (D) \(z = \sqrt{x + y}\)